Atty. James Wood Smith
Sigma Nu; Phi Delta Phi; Blue Key; Phi Eta Sigma. Georgia Survey Editor, Mercer Law Review, 1973-1974.
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About James Wood Smith at a glance
James Wood Smith is a Member based in Hinesville, Georgia, practicing at Ratcliffe & Smith, P.C.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1974). Educated at Mercer University (J.D., 1974) and Mercer University (A.B., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Georgia American Bar Association (Member, Litigation Section) Georgia Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Hinesville, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About
- Sigma Nu
- Phi Delta Phi
- Blue Key
- Phi Eta Sigma
- Georgia Survey Editor, Mercer Law Review, 1973-1974
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James Wood Smith is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Georgia →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
James Wood Smith is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Georgia →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
James Wood Smith is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Georgia →
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
James Wood Smith is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Georgia →
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Why local counsel matters in Georgia
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hinesville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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